Council news

Read the latest press releases and blog posts from Suffolk County Council.
New Sizewell C skills bursary open to applications
Learners in Suffolk training with Independent Training Providers can now apply for financial support through the Sizewell C Skills Fund Bursary.
04 Dec 2025
Inspectorate satisfied with Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service’s improvement progress
His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has confirmed it is satisfied with the progress Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is...
03 Dec 2025
Suffolk Fostering Christmas film highlights what it means to belong
All children want is somewhere to belong – that’s the message at the heart of a short film produced by the Suffolk Fostering Service this December.
03 Dec 2025
A Suffolk hidden gem for your Christmas shopping
Re-use shops at Bury St Edmunds and Foxhall recycling centres could have the Secret Santa gifts, stocking fillers or Christmas decorations that you are looking for.
02 Dec 2025
New heating solution for central Ipswich
Some of central Ipswich’s key workplaces and community buildings could be heated in a revolutionary way, thanks to a new heat network.
02 Dec 2025
Suffolk Archives Awarded National Accreditation
Suffolk Archives, a Suffolk County Council Service, has been awarded Archive Service Accreditation.
28 Nov 2025
Way To Go volunteers recognised for service
Walking and cycling activies for wellbeing have been organised thanks to the dedication of two volunteers from Ipswich and Lowestoft.
28 Nov 2025
Discover Suffolk through ‘Wonderlust by Bus’
Suffolk passengers and tourists can now explore popular sites and destinations in Suffolk through an interactive map.
24 Nov 2025
Keep Suffolk Smiling: New Video Shines a Light on Children’s Oral Health and School Toothbrushing Programme
A brand-new video celebrating children’s oral health has been launched as part of Suffolk County Council’s ‘Keep Suffolk Smiling’ campaign. Featuring pupils from...
24 Nov 2025
New Year Active Travel improvements for Sudbury
Melford Road will see new crossings and a shared-use pedestrian and cycle path installed.
24 Nov 2025
Seasoned political journalist backs One Suffolk
A political journalist with over 40 years’ experience has expressed his support for replacing the county’s six councils with one authority delivering all local and...
21 Nov 2025
One Suffolk plan gains county-wide backing as Government launches consultation
Suffolk community leaders from the worlds of business, health, social care, agriculture and tourism, have backed a plan to scrap Suffolk’s six councils and replace...
19 Nov 2025